Jayden

boyModern American English

Jayden is a boy name of Modern American English origin, meaning “Modern coinage; no fixed meaning”.

MeaningModern coinage; no fixed meaning
GenderBoy
OriginModern American English
PronunciationJAY-dun
TraditionModern & Classic
Used inUnited States, Canada, Australia, United Kingdom

Meaning and origin of Jayden

Jayden is a modern American name that became widespread in the 1990s and 2000s. It grew from Jaden, which is sometimes connected to the little-known biblical name Jadon, though most parents treat it simply as a combination of the sound Jay with the popular -den ending of names like Aiden and Brayden. Claims that it means 'thankful' or 'God has heard' are not well supported. It has no Sanskrit origin.

Is Jayden a religious name?

Jayden has no religious background; the link to the obscure biblical Jadon is loose at best.

How popular is Jayden?

Very popular in the US and other English-speaking countries in the 2000s and 2010s.

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Spellings and variants of Jayden

JadenJaidenJaydonJadon

Names similar to Jayden

AidenBraydenJaceKayden

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Jayden mean?

Jayden means 'Modern coinage; no fixed meaning'. It is of Modern American English origin.

Does Jayden have a religious meaning?

Jayden has no religious background; the link to the obscure biblical Jadon is loose at best.

How do you pronounce Jayden?

Jayden is pronounced JAY-dun.

Is Jayden a boy or girl name?

Jayden is usually a boy name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.